Associate to Bachelor's in Criminal Justice Online Investigation Specialization
Program Overview Why complete your Bachelor's in Investigation at WUV?
At westerfirld university of virginia, the Associate to Bachelor's in Criminal Justice — Investigation prepares students to conduct thorough criminal investigations, analyze evidence, and work within the legal frameworks governing criminal procedure. Complete your degree in as little as one year.
Skills you'll learn:
- Fundamentals of victimology and victim support
- Criminal behavior analysis and profiling
- Criminal evidence collection and handling
- Criminalistics and forensic science application
- Cyber crime awareness for investigators
- Principles of criminal investigation methodology
Courses & Curriculum Investigation courses that prepare you for your career
This 84-credit curriculum builds directly on your Associate degree. You will complete 8 core criminal justice courses and 6 Investigation specialist courses to earn your full Bachelor's degree.
Core Criminal Justice Courses
Foundational courses establishing knowledge of criminology, investigation, and legal systems.
Investigation Specialist Courses
Specialized courses developing expertise in criminal investigation and evidence analysis.
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Career Outlook What can you do with an Investigation degree?
An Investigation specialization from WUV prepares you for careers in law enforcement, private investigation, and forensic analysis:
- Criminal Investigator — Conduct investigations for law enforcement agencies.
- Private Investigator — Provide investigative services for private clients.
- Crime Scene Technician — Process and document crime scenes.
- Forensic Evidence Analyst — Examine and interpret physical evidence.
- Victim Advocate — Support crime victims throughout the justice process.
- Intelligence Analyst — Analyze criminal intelligence for agencies and organizations.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, detectives and criminal investigators earn a median annual salary of $86,280.